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Alvin's utility function is U(W) = W. Barry's utility function is U(W) = W^2. Carl's utility function is U (W )= sqrt(W) . Each has wealth of only $100. An investment of that $100 has a 10% chance of netting $1,000 and a 90% chance of netting a loss of that $100. Who among the three will make the investment?

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